Is it legal on public ground too?
Yep, one perk of a 300BO pistol over an SBR/rifle.
From the '17 Indiana Hunting guide:
"HandgunsLegal handguns can be used to hunt deer duringthe firearms, reduction zone from Nov. 18-Jan.31 (in zones where local ordinances allow theuse of a firearm), and special antlerless seasons.Handguns, other than muzzleloadinghandguns, must have a barrel at least 4 incheslong and mustfire a bullet of .243-inch diameteror larger. The handgun cartridge case,without the bullet, must be at least 1.16 incheslong. There is no maximum cartridge lengthfor those used in handguns. Full metal-jacketedbullets are not permitted. The handgunmust not be a rifle that has a barrel less than18 inches. (A rifle with a barrel less than 18inches is not considered a handgun.)Handguns are not permitted for hunting onany military areas.Some handgun cartridges that are legalfor deer hunting include .357 Magnum, .41Magnum, .44 Magnum, .44 Special, .45 Colt,.45 Long Colt, .45 Winchester Magnum, .35Remington and .357 Herrett.A new state law also legalizes a handgunthat fires the 10mm Auto and 40 Smith &Wesson cartridge.Some handgun cartridges that are illegalfor deer hunting are .38 Special, .38 Smithand Wesson, .38 Colt New Police, .38/200, .38Long Colt, .38 Super, .38 ACP, .38 Colt Auto,.45 ACP, .45 Automatic and .45 Auto Rim. All.25/.20, .32/.20 and .30 carbine ammunition isprohibited."
Wish they would allow SBRs. I am building another lower that will be pistol only, but I like my vertical grip and cushy butt stock.
Why no SBRs? Wouldn't an SBR be considered a handgun under DNR regulations?
The hunting guide mentions:
Handguns, other than muzzleloadinghandguns, must have a barrel at least 4 inches long and must fire a bullet of .243-inch diameter or larger. The handgun cartridge case,without the bullet, must be at least 1.16 inches long. There is no maximum cartridge length for those used in handguns. Full metal-jacketed bullets are not permitted. The handgun must not be a rifle that has a barrel less than 18 inches. (A rifle with a barrel less than 18 inches is not considered a handgun.) Handguns are not permitted for hunting on any military areas.
but why 16"? my understanding of 300 blk is that there is no significant advantage to a barrel over 9 "Sounds like I’d be good to go with an AR15 Handgun with a 16” barrel in 300 BLK on public lands? No need to go shorter?
but why 16"? my understanding of 300 blk is that there is no significant advantage to a barrel over 9 "
Yes, use the shorter barrel and put a can on it. That's what I did...
Might as well just go rifle with that barrel length. But then you have the HPR stipulations... Nah, cut it down.I’ve heard the same about 9 inch barrel. The absolute only reason, is because it’s what I have on my bench! Maybe I should post it up for trade for a 9 inch, but not sure id find anyone
Might as well just go rifle with that barrel length. But then you have the HPR stipulations... Nah, cut it down.
I think I’m gonna do that, it’s a nice double star 16” HBAR, might as well cut it down for $75. I found ZR Tactical, but they only thread 1/2 x 28. Anyone else near the fishers/Noblesville area that can cut, thread and crown? I love Allen M’s work, but no time for the drive!My thought. I think you could get a barrel cut and threaded for 75 bucks.